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To accurately assess the dimensions of the oral cavity, in the past, dentists had to use traditional bite impressions that create a mold or cast of the mouth. However, nowadays, many dentists use digital impressions to map the contours and measurements of the oral cavity.
Here is a bit of information about digital impressions and their benefits.
How Is a Digital Impression Made?
A digital impression is created from a digital scan of the oral cavity. The scan identifies the exact location and dimensions of your teeth and gingival tissues.
The images that the scan provides are digital, so your dentist can review the pictures on the screen of a computer. Since the images appear in a 3-dimensional presentation, they are considered more accurate than a 2-dimensional image.
To produce a digital impression, the dental professional inserts a small wand into your mouth and moves it gently about. As it is moved around the mouth, the wand takes a rapid succession of pictures and records measurements. The resulting images are used to create an accurate image of your oral cavity.
How Are Digital Impressions Used?
Like traditional impressions, digital impressions are used for multiple dental applications. Here are a few of them:
What Are Some of the Benefits of Digital Impressions?
Compared to traditional impressions, digital impressions provide multiple benefits. The patient doesn't have to experience the discomfort of biting into a squishy substance. Additionally, the images that compose the digital impression are extremely precise and can help produce appliances that fit more exactly in the mouth.
To learn more about digital impressions, schedule a consultation with a dentist in your area.
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